City Journal Audio
Manhattan Institute
City Journal is America's premier source of insightful policy analysis, sophisticated cultural commentary, and bold investigations that legacy journalists are too timid to touch. From incisive interviews to lively panel discussions, our podcasts extend CJ's trademark rigor and wit beyond the written page to the dynamic world of streaming audio. Listen today.
Episodes
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Nov 1, 2023 • 18min
A Hand Up
Harriet Karr-McDonald and Jennifer Mitchell join Stephen Eide to discuss The Doe Fund's efforts to provide work, housing, and vocational training to homeless men in New York City.
Oct 25, 2023 • 15min
Unity of Necessity
Judith Miller joins Brian C. Anderson to discuss Israeli domestic polarization, the Gaza hostage crisis, and the future of Israel's war with Hamas.
Oct 20, 2023 • 60min
Immoral Equivalence
Yael Bar Tur, Tal Fortgang, and Martin Gurri join Brian C. Anderson to discuss anti-Israel sentiment and the role of information in the Israel–Hamas war. The audio for this episode is adapted from a recent virtual event (watch here). anti-Israel-sentiment role-of-information-in-Israel–Hamas-war
Oct 11, 2023 • 24min
Overdose Epidemic
Charles Fain Lehman joins Brian C. Anderson to discuss the nationwide surge in drug deaths and local governments' response to the crisis.
Oct 4, 2023 • 21min
Fleeing Retail
Steven Malanga joins Brian C. Anderson to discuss urban retail flight and the benefits of gentrification.
Sep 27, 2023 • 20min
From Workplace to Residence
Mene Ukueberuwa joins Brian C. Anderson to discuss cities' efforts to convert unused office space into residential apartments.
Sep 20, 2023 • 19min
Pushing Back on Homeless Encampments
Judge Glock joins Brian C. Anderson to discuss states' and cities' efforts to remove homeless encampments from public spaces.
Sep 15, 2023 • 23min
Discussing the New Tom Wolfe Documentary
Richard Dewey joins John Tierney to discuss his documentary Radical Wolfe, which examines the life and work of journalist Tom Wolfe.
Sep 6, 2023 • 17min
Digital Censorship
Discussion on government efforts to control digital speech and the close relationship between federal entities and digital platforms. The involvement of former government individuals in actions such as deplatforming Trump and the shift in understanding of free speech. Exploring the establishment and subsequent dissolution of the disinformation governance board by the Biden administration. Challenges faced by Republicans in the upcoming election due to social media censorship and the impact of Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter on online speech control.
Aug 31, 2023 • 27min
The Left's Long March
Christopher F. Rufo discusses his book on the radical left's influence in America, highlighting the role of influential figures like Herbert Marcuse and Angela Davis. He also explores the flaws in left-wing strategies, including political violence, and the pushback against diversity initiatives. The podcast concludes with a discussion on the reception of Rufo's book and his effective communication methods.
